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Dr. Holly Cullen, MD

Dr. Holly Cullen, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Holly Cullen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Emerson, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities Hackensack University Medical Center and Valley Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 95 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (95 reviews)

Bergen Medical Associates

466 Old Hook Rd Ste 1 Emerson, NJ 07630
Telehealth available

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Dr. Cullen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cullen

4.9
95 ratings, 51 with a written review
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Dr. Cullen is the best - and the entire staff is caring and helpful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 07, 2023
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Always spends the necessary time to review test results, current medical situation and does a good job of explaining topics. The wait time was unusually lengthy primarily because of the precheck. The technicians / nurses spent an inordinate amount of time discussing personal topics with patients ahead of us; there were 4 people waiting. Getting in to see Dr. Cullen was a brief wait thereafter.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 01, 2023
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All of my questions answered. Doctor Cullen is patient, professional, patient and informative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 15, 2021
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Dr. Cullen is 5 Stars -She gets to know her patients and remembers them. -You can tell she has your best interest in heart, because she takes the time to really explain everything as many times as necessary. -She has alot of experience with IBD patients and not only finally diagnosed me, but provided the necessary biologic to get me into remission. (I had to take two before finding the right one). -Dr. Cullen is up with the latest technologies and replies back on the online portal usually in less then 24hrs. It saves so much time, not having to call in. -I wish my primary care doctor was as good as Dr. Cullen.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Keith – Jun 23, 2021
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Dr. Cullen performed my last 2 colonoscopies, the most recent was in April. She is a very attentive physician that listens to your concerns. Because my visit could have ended up with a much worse result she was very good at calming my nerves while still being very matter-of-fact. I would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Merlemom – Apr 21, 2021
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I've been a patient of Dr. Cullen's for many years. She diagnosed my colitis after visits to other doctors with no avail. She's easy to talk to and with her expertise, I feel like I have my colitis under control.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robin Rudolph – Feb 24, 2021
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My husband and I would definitely recommend Dr. Cullen. She has been our Gastro Dr. for many years. Whenever we have an appointment with her she exhibits interest in what we say and she responds to our concerns and goes out of her way to help us. We trust her diagnostic ability and we have always been satisfied. She gives us all the time we need. She has performed procedures on us and successfully diagnosed our problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Inez and Nicholas Dubner – Feb 24, 2021
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Excellent care and informative!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2021
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she was so thorough and eased my anxiety’s. She’s super great with new patients and listened to all my concerns and explained things really well. I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bari – Feb 18, 2021
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Dr. Cullen is a very knowledgeable physician. She is a polite and caring professional. She takes the time to listen to my concerns, answer my questions, and explain things.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa V. – Feb 18, 2021
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My visits with Doctor Cullen are on time and always thorough. There is never a feeling of being rushed which allows time for questions and a clear explanation and understanding of her examination and diagnosis.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J. Kansky – Feb 18, 2021
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I have had many GI's in the past and I like Dr. Cullen and will be staying with her. She is frank, easy to understand and answers my questions. If you want a great GI, Dr. Cullen is the one for you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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L. – Feb 18, 2021
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I would definately recommend Dr. Cullen to family and friends. She is very thorough and I never feel rushed. She exudes a confidence from having practiced for so many years..that from my first appointment I trusted her and it’s been 10 years now.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Suzanne Corbo – Feb 18, 2021
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Dr. Cullen is great! I felt very comfortable speaking with her. She took the time to sincerely listen to me and she answered all my questions. Every office staff member who helped me was wonderful too
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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StephiKD – Feb 18, 2021
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Worst doctor in NJ with bad bedside manner. Gave her some blood tests from my primary & she didn't want to look at them & said I only had stress. Is she a psychiatrist or a GI doctor? She did not want to treat me because I already had tests done that she would of ordered. I didn't leave her any way to make money through endoscopy's.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Someone who really needed help – Feb 10, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Cullen and her team. From check in to check out, everyone went above and beyond.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 30, 2020
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Dr. Holly Cullen, wonderful doctor. Very thorough, listens, answers all questions and takes the time to explain your condition/conditions. I recommend her highly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Eva T. – Sep 26, 2019
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Dr. Cullen has been a fantastic doctor and I have been seeing her for many years now. After bouncing around to different doctors (some because of insurance, some because they weren't a match), Dr. Cullen is someone I fully trust and feel comfortable with. She has helped me get my ulcerative colitis under control and always takes the time to fully explain my treatment options or answer my questions. She has also helped ease my mind when certain treatments seemed daunting. Even though I've moved about 45 min away from her office, I still choose to see her because I know she'll give me the time and understanding to make informed decisions about my health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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CS – Sep 20, 2019
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I've suffered from IBS and acid reflux for many years, have seen many doctors, who have prescribed many medications, to no avail. Dr. Cullen spent quality time with me, asked me many questions, explained a lot about my conditions, cut my medications, told me how to eat better (including giving me an invaluable fiber chart), and my health has greatly improved. She's knowledgeable, communicative, and very accessible.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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LKBrown – Sep 19, 2019
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I have a hard time liking doctors, especially a colon doctor. But I like her alot, definitly recommend her!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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About Me

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Holly Cullen, MD provides comprehensive care for digestive diseases and primary care. She performs a full range of diagnostic endoscopic procedures and is Board Certified in Gastroenterology. She is a graduate of the University of Medicine and...read more

biography

Holly Cullen, M.D. provides comprehensive care for digestive diseases and primary care. She performs a full range of diagnostic endoscopic procedures and is Board Certified in Gastroenterology. She is a graduate of the University of Medicine and...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    Bergen Medical Associates

    Bergen Medical Associates466 Old Hook Rd Ste 1 Emerson, NJ 07630
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 10:30am - 6:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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